A review by annika_de
Night Music by Jenn Marie Thorne

4.0

This was such a cute and charming YA. The setting is a summer in New York, and you can feel that it's written by someone who knows the city. Every single character had so much personality, the dialogue (particularly between the two main characters) was fantastic, and the detailed music references were a lovely touch. What was already a compelling, enjoyable story gained depth from the thoughtful discussions of diversity and privilege in the world of classical music. I also loved that Ruby starts the book trying to figure out what she's doing with her life but doesn't end up stumbling upon an easy solution or a spectacular hidden talent (which happens far too often in YA novels). I thought things got a bit busy plot-wise towards the end, but truly, this book made me smile so many times. A wholesome, joyful weekend read.